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Have Movies Stopped Killing Their Main Character? A Statistical Analysis

A data-driven investigation of movie hero mortality rates

2 months ago 29 votes
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Which songs dominate karaoke night?

3 months ago 20 votes
Which Car Brands are Frequently Featured in Popular Music? A Statistical Analysis

Which car brands are a fixture of song lyrics?

3 months ago 47 votes
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Which films have not stood the test of time?

3 months ago 48 votes
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When do TV viewers become committed fans?

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